2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1969 Maserati Mistral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Sierra | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2410 mm |
